Introduction

Congratulations on choosing to become an AI Governance Professional (AIGP)! Whether you have worked for several years in AI or have just recently been introduced to AI governance, don't underestimate the hard work and dedication required to obtain and maintain AIGP certification. Although ambition and motivation are essential, the rewards of being AIGP certified can far exceed the effort.

You probably never imagined you would find yourself working in AI or seeking a professional AI certification. The massive increase in AI across every profession, combined with many organizations adding AI capabilities, has led to your involvement in this field. Or, you noticed that AI-related career options are increasing exponentially, and you have decided to get ahead of the curve. Or perhaps you have responsibilities in your organization for governance, and you need to get a handle on the adoption of AI to ensure it's done safely and responsibly. You aren't alone! Welcome to the journey and the fantastic opportunities that await you.

I have compiled this information to help you understand the commitment needed, prepare for the exam, and maintain your certification. Not only do I wish you to prepare for and pass the exam with flying colors, but I also provide you with the information and resources to maintain your certification and proudly represent yourself and the professional world of AI with your new credentials.

The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) is a recognized leader in the field of privacy. Founded in 2000, this nonprofit organization has over 50,000 members and has several certifications, including:

• Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP)
• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)
• Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM)
• Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT)
• Privacy Law Specialist (PLS)
• Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP)

Some of IAPP's certifications have been accredited under ISO/IEC 17024:2012, which means that IAPP's procedures for accreditation meet international requirements for quality, continuous improvement, and accountability. For the current accreditation status of AIGP, consult the IAPP certification handbook or website.

If you're new to IAPP, we recommend visiting the organization's website (www.iapp.org) and familiarizing yourself with the available guides and resources. In addition, if you're near one of the 150+ local IAPP chapters in dozens of countries worldwide, consider contacting a chapter for information on local and regional meetings, training days, conferences, or study sessions. You will meet other AI and privacy professionals who can give you additional insight into the AIGP certification and the privacy profession.

The AIGP certification primarily focuses on the governance of AI models and systems, with an emphasis on privacy. It certifies the individual's knowledge of establishing and managing a governance function, AI models, and privacy. Better organizations that utilize governance structures will recognize the need to incorporate AI capabilities into their governance sphere, ensuring safe, ethical, and legal outcomes. An AIGP-certified individual is a great candidate for these positions.

If you're preparing to take the AIGP exam, you'll undoubtedly want to find as much information as possible about AI and governance. The more information you have, the better off you'll be when attempting the exam. This study guide was written with that in mind. The goal was to provide enough information to prepare you for the test, but not so much that you'll be overloaded with information outside the scope of the exam.

Bloom's Taxonomy is a model for categorizing educational goals, as shown in Figure 1. IAPP exam questions focus primarily on the Remember, Understand, Apply, and Analyze levels.

FIGURE 1 Bloom's Taxonomy.

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This book presents the material at an intermediate technical level. Experience with and knowledge of AI, governance, privacy, and lifecycle processes will help you fully understand the challenges you'll face as an AI governance professional.

I've included review questions at the end of each chapter to give you a taste of what taking the exam is like. I recommend you check out these questions first to gauge your level of expertise. You can then use the book mainly to fill in the gaps in your current knowledge. This study guide will help you expand your knowledge base before taking the exam.

If you can answer 80% or more of the review questions correctly for a given chapter, you can feel safe moving on to the next chapter. If you're unable to answer that many correctly, reread the chapter and try the questions again. Your score should improve.

Don't just study the questions and answers! The questions on the actual exam may differ from those included in this book as practice questions. The exam is designed to test your knowledge of a concept or objective, so use this book to learn the objectives behind the questions.

Certification Requirements

To earn your AIGP certification, you are required to register for the AIGP exam, pay the exam fee, and agree to various IAPP terms and conditions, including the IAPP code of professional conduct and a confidentiality agreement, which appear in the IAPP certification handbook.

The exam costs $649 for IAPP members and $799 for non-members (subject to change; always confirm in the IAPP certification handbook). More details about the AIGP exam and how to take it can be found at iapp.org/certify/aigp/

IAPP does not require AIGP candidates to document and prove relevant work experience. The AIGP certification is strictly knowledge-based. That said, if you do not have any IT, cybersecurity, or privacy experience, you'll need to spend considerably more time studying for the exam, as you'll need to learn the fundamentals of governance and the fundamentals of AI models and systems.

The AIGP Exam

The AIGP exam is a vendor-neutral certification for business and IT professionals responsible for (or supporting) AI governance. While no prior experience is explicitly required for this certification, a background in IT, privacy, or cybersecurity governance will be particularly helpful, as the concepts of governance in those domains closely align with AI governance.

The exam covers four major domains:

1. The foundations of AI governance
2. How laws, standards, and frameworks apply to AI
3. How to govern AI development
4. How to govern AI deployment and use

These four areas include understanding the types of AI models, measuring and managing AI systems in production, privacy, and the systems development lifecycle. The exam places a strong emphasis on various AI model scenarios. You'll need to learn a lot of information, but you'll be well rewarded for possessing this credential. AI is taking the world by storm, and better organizations will value the knowledge of leaders who understand how to build a governance function to ensure the best possible outcomes with new AI systems.

The AIGP exam consists solely of standard multiple-choice questions. Each question has four possible answer choices, and only one of those answers is correct. When taking the test, you'll likely find some questions where you think multiple answers might be correct. In those cases, remember that you're looking for the best possible answer to the question!

You'll have three hours to take the exam and be asked to answer 100 questions during that time. Your exam will be scored on a scale of 100-500, with a passing score of 300.

In-person Exams

IAPP partners with Pearson VUE testing centers, so your next step is to find a testing center near you. In the United States, you can do this based on your address or your postal code, while non-U.S. test takers may find it easier to enter their city and country. You can search for a test center near you at the Pearson VUE Exams website: www.pearsonvue.com/us/en/iapp.html

Once you know where you'd like to take the exam, set up a Pearson VUE testing account and schedule an exam on their site.

On the day of the test, bring a government-issued identification card or passport that contains your full name (exactly matching the name on your exam registration), your signature, and your photograph. Make sure to show up with plenty of time before the exam starts. Please note that you are not allowed to bring your notes, electronic devices (including earbuds, smartphones, and watches), or any other materials. Test centers I have visited have lockers for storing your personal effects, if you don't want to keep them in your vehicle.

Remote Exams

IAPP also offers online exam proctoring via OnVUE. Candidates using this approach will take the exam at home or in the office and be proctored remotely via webcam.

Due to the rapidly changing nature of the at-home testing experience, candidates wishing to pursue this option should check the OnVUE website for the latest details at: https://home.pearsonvue.com/op/OnVUE-technical-requirements

Exam candidates considering taking an at-home exam with a corporate-managed computer must carefully read these details, as many organizations place strict restrictions on permitted actions.

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